Auckland beach warnings after thunderstorms wash untreated wastewater into Waitematā Harbour

Tom EleyMultimedia journalist·NZ Herald·8 Nov, 2026 05:15 PM2 mins to read‌Water quality warnings on both sides of Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour on Monday morning. Image / SafeswimWater quality warnings on both sides of Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour on Monday morning. Image / SafeswimAbout a dozen beaches on Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour have been left contaminated with untreated wastewater after weekend storms overflowed near popular bathing spots. Eight inner-city bays have been deemed unfit to enter, while a further four on Auckland’s North Shore carry the same warning. A handful of other